CIA Report Details Domestic Spying and Mail Checks
Washington CIA officials briefed President Ford on thousands of American files and a broad domestic surveillance program. Colby’s report outlines categories of activities but gives few specific names or targets, noting older actions authorized by attorneys general and postmasters general and acknowledging several illegal break ins.
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Jury reviews tapes in Watergate case ahead of New Year’s verdict
Jury in the Watergate cover-up trial listened to two crucial White House tapes the day after final instructions. They reviewed June 23 1972 and March 21 1973 recordings, then recessed until New Year’s Day as defense and prosecution noted the ongoing deliberations and potential penalties.
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Mystery Ship Litkin Missing Seaman Seen On Harbor
A Coast Guard investigation continues after a Litkin crewman reports a young man vanished from the vessel hours earlier. Mrs Musguire says her son, Darrell, recently returned from the Air Force and planned to join a research ship in the harbor. The case centers on conflicting accounts of the ship’s ownership and whether a radio notification was made.
New Year Observances Across the World Amid Quiet Optimism
People from New York to Madrid greet 1975 with a mix of hope and concern. Reports note Ford's Colorado ski open house, church services, sober-up stops at Forest Lawn, and earthquake debris in Pakistan as others toast the coming year. The piece highlights resilience despite turmoil in Indochina and Cyprus.
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FAA official in Christmas crash at National Airport
Bernard McGinness an FAA ground safety officer at National Airport blacked out on Christmas night and crashed a travel-all vehicle into a parked Northwest Orient 727. The plane was repaired and returned to service. McGinness had earlier been sent home for reporting to work under the influence, though officials said the Christmas incident was not drink related. He was treated for minor injuries and released from a hospital.
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Ford weighs $3 oil boost and energy saving options
The Ford administration eyes a $3 per barrel oil increase to curb consumption and weighs energy policy steps. Aiming for mid January action in the State of the Union, Ford considers rationing reserve measures and cautions against gasoline taxation or broad rationing at present.
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